2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 993 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
